Kenduiwo Nicholas
DATA SCIENTIST
Bomet
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
PUBLIC SERVICE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
MINISTRY OF LANDS AND PHYSICAL PLANNING
Nairobi, Nairobi County
1 2020 - 12.2023
- Involved in data entry, verification, validation and data cleaning
- Actively involved in digitization of land registry
- Involved in analysis and providing insights about land digitization status through daily reports and targets among the land registry staffs
- Involved in providing insight and data that can inform implementation of various digitization strategies and thereafter give timely feedback in report on their performance that together with the prevailing environment informs their tenure, continuation, or termination but at the best interest of the Ministry
- Generating daily report of land transactions
- Involved in aiding the land Registry digitization team in collation, analyzing and presenting their various sets of data and information either daily, monthly, or otherwise scheduled requests as they work towards achieving the ministry’s goals and vision
- Classifying, organizing and listing land registry documents
- Utilize the use of Power BI, Excel & Tableau as the tools for visualizing the reports and findings in the daily, weekly & monthly reports Involved in providing analysis requested within and outside the department is delivered on a timely basis
- Provided my requested analysis in a timely manner in order for the ministry to stay updated and informed Managed to create Superior, wholistic, eye-catching and fit for purpose dashboards
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
SENIOR FIELD OFFICER
UBI PROJECT INNOVATIONS FOR POVERTY ACTION
Nairobi, Nairobi County
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Supervision, monitoring and appraisals of Field Officers
- Develop an excellent understanding of the survey and provide spot-on training and refresher training as and when necessary
- Organize data collection from the field and provide feedback on field operations and survey instruments
- Conduct spot checks, back checks, sit-ins and enforce feedback from HFC’s that will inform and monitor improvements
- Identify and network with reps from all relevant projects operating in the same areas as the project, to avoid/inform decisions where contamination of results is concerned
- Ensure completion of scheduled activities each day in a timely manner
- Data collection management: assist in survey translations into local languages, overseeing, monitoring, conducting data collection and survey field work, planning field work and field logs, collecting field reports from field officers daily and ensuring data is uploaded to the server promptly
- Financial management which includes proper budgeting and monitoring of field expenses while ensuring the project keeps detailed accounts of all project expenditure
- Track project expenses and relay field costs to the Associate Field Manager for tracking purposes
- Monitor staff attendance and update attendance records including leave forms and to enforce all human resource policies and procedures in coordination with IPAK’s HR Manager and Associate Field Manager.
RESEARCH ASSISTANCE
KANTAR PUBLIC
Nairobi, Nairobi County
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Data collection and data entry
- Data cleaning and sorting
- Data processing, analysis and interpretation
- Participating in surveys
- Report writing and presentation.
- Maintained confidentiality of patron information while processing sensitive requests for library materials or research assistance.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive patron information during research assistance interactions.
- Collaborated with researchers and staff, providing tailored research assistance and guidance on effective data management practices.
RESEARCH AND DATA ANALYSIS ATTACHE
KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL- STRATEGIC AND PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Nairobi, Nairobi County
08.2017 - 10.2017
- Analysis of statistical models, data analysis and report writing.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
PUBLIC SERVICE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
MINISTRY OF LANDS AND PHYSICAL PLANNING
Nairobi, Nairobi County
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance skill set, contributing to overall intern growth and potential future employment prospects.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Meru University of Science And Technology
Meru, Kenya 09.2013 - 12.2017
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kiplabotwa Secondary School
Nairobi 02.2009 - 11.2012
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Koita Primary School
Nairobi 01.2008 - 11.2024
Skills
Relationship management: Skilled in interpersonal relations with the ability to build workable and mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders
ICT Competence: I am well versed with MS Office applications (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint),POWER BI,TABLEAU,PANDAS,SEABORN,PLOTLY, PYTHON, R SOFTWARE , SQL I am also proficient in using the internet and emails
Communication skills: I possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities (and experience) I am an empathic listener and persuasive speaker with the ability to write creatively and factually I also possess excellent presentation and negotiation skills
Data analysis, management and reporting skills: I possess excellent data analysis and management skills with the ability of calculating numbers, compiling data and facts, record keeping, updating information or records, preparing reports and presenting reports
Management and supervisory skills: Able to lead others in high-demand situations through coaching, guiding, or tacking; Delegating tasks or responsibilities and evaluating performance, programs, processes, and or events
Curiosity and creativity in looking for the meaning behind data and experiment with new approaches
Problem-solving and numerical skills in analyzing and interpreting data
Communication and writing skills in presenting and explaining data insights and findings to different audiences
Flexibility and ability to quickly inform of various scenarios on presentation of a challenge to inform decisions
Self-motivation to solution research and implementation to enhance efficiency
Site Visits
Training facilitation
Data Analysis
Lead Generation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Careerprofilesummary
I am a hardworking, committed and result-oriented Data Scientist with experience in using various tools and technologies to collect, organize and analyze data to inform business decisions. I am looking forward, with passion for data and information, to always improve my data analysis and presentation skills, by working in a more challenging environment with more complex data.
References
- Mr. Robert Muriungi, Statistics course advisor, Meru University of Science and Technology, +254721308219
- Mrs. Betty Atieno, Deputy chief land registrar, Ministry of land and physical planning, +254721985608
- Mrs. Irine Muttai, Head of Central Registry, Ministry Of Lands And Physical Planning, 0722822382
Certification
Data science and Analytics
Timeline
PUBLIC SERVICE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
MINISTRY OF LANDS AND PHYSICAL PLANNING
02.2020 - 01.2022
SENIOR FIELD OFFICER
UBI PROJECT INNOVATIONS FOR POVERTY ACTION
08.2019 - 10.2019
RESEARCH ASSISTANCE
KANTAR PUBLIC
02.2018 - 06.2018
RESEARCH AND DATA ANALYSIS ATTACHE
KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL- STRATEGIC AND PLANNING DEPARTMENT
08.2017 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science -
Meru University of Science And Technology
09.2013 - 12.2017
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kiplabotwa Secondary School
02.2009 - 11.2012
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Koita Primary School
01.2008 - 11.2024
PUBLIC SERVICE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
MINISTRY OF LANDS AND PHYSICAL PLANNING
1 2020 - 12.2023
Data science and Analytics
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